PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER

Position:                PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER – Full Time

Salary:                   Salary range $18.02 - $21.92 hourly

Duties:                  

Works under the supervision of the Public Works Superintendent or Lead.  Performs a variety

of strenuous manual and semi-skilled tasks in the general maintenance and beautification of

parks, buildings, aquatic center. Operates automotive and power equipment. Does related work as required.

Qualifications:      

Ability to follow oral and written instructions and act upon them accordingly.  Ability to perform

basic arithmetic computations.  Ability to safely operate all equipment and follow safety rules;

knowledge of appropriate tools, equipment, methods, materials and procedures used in

landscaping maintenance.  Ability to perform strenuous manual tasks such as lifting and

carrying up to 65 pounds of material frequently on normal shift, and to withstand exposure to

variable weather conditions.  Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working

relationships with other employees and the general public.  Must be willing to work weekends

and occasional holidays.  Possession of, or the ability to secure possession of, a valid driver’s

license. Preference given for Pesticide applicator’s license. 

Experience and Training:

Requires three years of responsible experience in general maintenance.  Graduation from

high school or equivalent GED certificate, preferably supplemented by training in public works operations with parks.  Any other satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which insures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above.

Method of Selection:      

Evaluation of candidate’s background from application form.  Only those applicants who

appear best qualified as determined by a screening committee will be interviewed. 

Application:          

Applications may be obtained from the Human Resource Department, City Hall, 722 S. Main

St in Milton-Freewater, or online at www.mfcity.com, or call 541-938-8243.  Applications must

be received in the Human Resource office by Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 12:00noon.  Postmarks are not acceptable.  Disability accommodations made in the recruitment process.

The City of Milton-Freewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, mental or physical disability.